Buddhist Tips for Life

Sometimes we feel lost and have no idea how to handle the challenges of life and accomplish our positive goals. We’re even stumped about how to get along better with others. When we look to the traditional Buddhist teachings, we find an abundance of practical guidelines that are helpful for anyone, at any time, in any culture.

Qualities to Cultivate for Helping Others

Generosity – with your time, advice, help, and possessions

Self-discipline – to avoid destructive ways of behaving or speaking, and to help others in whatever ways you can

Patience – with the difficulties in helping others, so as not to get angry or frustrated

Courage and endurance – to go on, no matter how rough things get

Mental and emotional stability – to stay focused and not get thrown off course

Discrimination – between what is helpful and what is harmful, and what is appropriate and what is inappropriate.